In this section, provide details about the most suitable methods of communication, for example ‘I am able to communicate clearly and do not require support’, or ‘I use a hearing aid and will need my care professional to ensure they are facing me and speak up when they are communicating with me’. You will need to consider creating the plan in a format that suits the persons communication needs, particularly if they have a disability or sensory need, that requires this in compliance with the Accessible Information Standard.
- What is the preferred language / language spoken?
- Is communication support needed? – Yes / No
- Does the person have a sensory needs that affects there communication? (For example hearing, visual) – Yes / No
- Is specific support required with communication? – Yes / No
- Does the individual need special equipment to communicate? – Yes / No
- Does the individual use sign language to communicate? – Yes / No
- Does the person have Dysphasia
Ways of communication (communication aids). I use this aid / I do not use this aid (Please tick)
Hearing Aid / Makaton / Glasses / Pictures and symbols / Voice output device / Other
Please specify in detail, how the individual would like to be communicated with and please add their preferred spoken language, if English is not their main language. Mention Communication Passports, Purple Folders, DisDat tool, Abbey Pain Charts, Easy Read Booklets, if in place.
My Communication Care and Support Plan
Please use the information above to create a detailed plan that details how the individual is to be supported and assisted with their communication. Please specify in detail, how the individual would like to be communicated with and please add their preferred spoken language, if English is not their main language. Mention Communication Passports, Purple Folders, DisDat tool, Abbey Pain Charts, Easy Read Booklets, if in place.
My Desired Outcomes for My Communication
In this section, please highlight the desired goals in relation to their personal communication goals. E.g., ‘I would like to be understood and supported to get my point across’. Please also detail how this goal will be met and what/who needs to be involved.